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   S3 · E4 · 29 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 25 min

   Musical Theatre: Stories in a Song | Unscripted with Akarsh Khurana

   Lights up… music swells… and backstage, the energy builds as everyone searches for the cue to begin. A musical is never made by one person. It begins with an idea, finds its voice through music, comes alive through performance, and is held together by the countless artists working behind the scenes. In this special episode of Unscripted with Akarsh Khurana, we explore the world of Musical Theatre with Namit Das, Shruti Sharma, Sharvari Deshpande, and Amitosh Nagpal. Together, they take us behind the curtain to unpack the many moving parts that make a musical—from writing, lyrics, and…

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   S3 · E3 · 21 Jun 2026 · 56 min

   Queer Storytelling in India: Finally Taking Center Stage I The Queer Stage I Unscripted with Akarsh Khurana

   The stage has always been a space for stories that challenge, celebrate, and reflect the many ways we experience the world. In this special episode of Unscripted with Akarsh Khurana, we celebrate pride month with some of the voices who have shaped queer storytelling and theatre in India. Joining us are ,Sakshi Juneja , co-founder of Gaysi Family and a pioneer of queer community spaces; Vikram Phukan, critic and playwright who has documented over 100 queer plays across the country; Faezeh Jalali, actor-director known for bringing powerful stories like Shikhandi to the stage; and Rani KoHEnur,…

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   S3 · E2 · 7 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

   Spoken Word & Storytelling: Where Words Come Alive | ft. Roshan Abbas, Priya Malik & Yahya Bootwala

   Theatre ke liye kya zaruri hota hai? Ek stage, ek light, ek insaan... aur uski ek kahani. Unscripted with Akarsh Khurana opens its doors to the world of Spoken Word and conducts a special episode with the best of spoken word artists of India. This episode features Roshan Abbas, often regarded as one of the pioneers who helped bring spoken word poetry into the mainstream in India; Priya Malik, whose powerful performances and unapologetically honest voice have inspired an entire generation of poets; and Yahya Bootwala, one of the most loved and relatable voices in contemporary spoken word,…

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   S3 · E1 · 10 May 2026 · 1 hr 35 min

   NSD: A Rite of Passage | ft. Kumud Mishra, Gopal Datt, Ipshita Chakraborty Singh and Durgesh Kumar

   Aadyam Theatre Group’s Unscripted with Akarsh Khurana is back!! And this time, we’re starting with a bang! With what is basically every desi theatre kid’s dream — NSD (National School of Drama). So get your ears ready, your theatre nostalgia activated, and your inner actor slightly triggered. Joining us are Kumud Mishra, Gopal Datt, Ipshita Chakraborty Singh, and Durgesh Kumar, as they take us inside those three years — where sleep is optional, hostel beds are mostly decorative, and your sense of self is… negotiable. From “Home Image” to “Lens of Status,” from Mandi House addas to full-blown…

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   S2 · 20 May 2025 · 1 hr 43 min

   Exclusive Audio Cut: The Legacy Of Theatre Ft. Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah and Family | Aadyam Podcast

   In this powerful season finale, Akarsh Khurana sits down with the legendary Shah family - Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Heeba Shah, Imaad Shah, and Vivaan Shah for their first-ever podcast appearance together.Through candid reflections, spirited banter, and deeply personal stories, the Shahs take us behind the curtain of their remarkable lives in Indian theatre and cinema. From the early days of artistic rebellion and backstage chaos, to family dinners turned creative summits, this episode is a rich exploration of legacy, learning, and living artfully.What’s it like growing up in a…

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   S2 · E8 · 18 May 2025 · 1 hr 15 min

   The Legacy Of Theatre Ft. Naseeruddin Shah , Ratna Pathak Shah and Family | Aadyam Podcast

   In this powerful season finale, Akarsh Khurana sits down with the legendary Shah family - Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Heeba Shah, Imaad Shah, and Vivaan Shah for their first-ever podcast appearance together.Through candid reflections, spirited banter, and deeply personal stories, the Shahs take us behind the curtain of their remarkable lives in Indian theatre and cinema. From the early days of artistic rebellion and backstage chaos, to family dinners turned creative summits, this episode is a rich exploration of legacy, learning, and living artfully.What’s it like growing up in a…

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   S2 · 5 May 2025 · 1 hr 11 min

   Exclusive Audio Cut: The Rise of Internet Stars! Ft. Prajakta Koli, Zervaan Bunshah, Aisha Ahmed, Aadar Malik, Akarsh Khurana

   In this episode of Unscripted with Akarsh Khurana – Season 2, we shine the spotlight on a new generation of storytellers redefining performance and creativity — Prajakta Koli, Zervaan Bunshah, Aadar Malik and Aisha Ahmed.From viral videos to theatre stages, screen roles to sketch comedy, these multi-talented creators and performers have carved out unique spaces for themselves in a rapidly evolving entertainment landscape. They join Akarsh for a candid, chaotic, and deeply insightful conversation about what it means to be a modern-day artist in India.What’s it like navigating the industry as…

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   S2 · E7 · 5 May 2025 · 1 hr 6 min

   NOT JUST CONTENT CREATORS! | Prajakta Koli, Zervaan Bunshah, Aisha Ahmed, Aadar Malik, Akarsh Khurana

   In this episode of Unscripted with Akarsh Khurana – Season 2, we shine the spotlight on a new generation of storytellers redefining performance and creativity — Prajakta Koli, Zervaan Bunshah, Aadar Malik and Aisha Ahmed.From viral videos to theatre stages, screen roles to sketch comedy, these multi-talented creators and performers have carved out unique spaces for themselves in a rapidly evolving entertainment landscape. They join Akarsh for a candid, chaotic, and deeply insightful conversation about what it means to be a modern-day artist in India.What’s it like navigating the industry as…

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   S2 · E6 · 19 Apr 2025 · 46 min

   Feminism in Theatre | Anahita Uberoi, Purva Naresh, Girija Godbole, and Manasi Parekh

   In this episode of Unscripted with Akarsh Khurana - Season 2, we celebrate the fierce, fearless, and fabulous women of Indian theatre — Anahita Uberoi, Purva Naresh, Girija Godbole, and Manasi Parekh. With decades of experience on stage and screen, these powerhouse performers and storytellers take us behind the curtain to explore the craft, chaos, and courage it takes to thrive in the performing arts. What does it mean to hold space as a woman in this industry? What are the disparities they face? How is it to be a Women Director in the Theatre Circle? And many more such questions! Expect…

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    S2 · 19 Apr 2025 · 1 hr 47 min

    Exclusive Audio Cut: Feminism In Theatre | Anahita Uberoi, Purva Naresh, Girija Godbole and Manasi Parekh

    In this episode of Unscripted with Akarsh Khurana - Season 2, we celebrate the fierce, fearless, and fabulous women of Indian theatre — Anahita Uberoi, Purva Naresh, Girija Godbole, and Manasi Parekh. With decades of experience on stage and screen, these powerhouse performers and storytellers take us behind the curtain to explore the craft, chaos, and courage it takes to thrive in the performing arts. What does it mean to hold space as a woman in this industry? What are the disparities they face? How is it to be a Women Director in the Theatre Circle? And many more such questions! Expect…

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